Category Archives: Ford

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Pro Trailer Backup Assist on the 2016 Ford F-150

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Every time you turn around it seems that Ford is coming out with a new award winning technology that is bound to make your life easier. Whether you are using the Ford MyKey to track the driving learning progress of your teen driver or taking advantage of the new Driving Modes on the Ford F-150 Raptor, Ford has the cutting edge technology to bring your driving experience to the next level. Now, Pro Trailer Backup Assist on the 2016 Ford F-150 has even been the top CES 2016 Best of Innovation Awards Honoree by the Consumer Technology Association in the Vehicle Intelligence category. Read the rest of this entry >>

2016 Ford Mustang Red

What is the Best Stunt Vehicle?

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It’s an incredibly rare action movie that fails to deliver on the iconic chase scene. While vehicles used for these chase scenes can range from the massive Mad Max War Rig to tiniest trick bike featured toward the end of Premium Rush, most movies features the fastest, swankiest, and sexiest sports cars. But what is the best stunt vehicle of the lot of them? We may never have known except for a new movie coming to DVD called Ben Collins: Stunt Driver. Read the rest of this entry >>

2016 Ford Mustang Black

What Ford Cars Have Appeared in Bond Movies?

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James Bond has a well-earned reputation for being suave in conversation, fast on the draw, smooth with the ladies, and always having the very best custom ride. While the debonair super agent was usually found in the classy Aston Martins and elegant Rolls-Royce luxury vehicles of his time, there have been times that James Bond also embraced the speed and performance of Mustangs and Thunderbirds. So what Ford cars have appeared in Bond movies? Keep reading for our list. Read the rest of this entry >>

Mustang history: the Second Generation

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The original Ford Mustang hit the market as a small, fast and fierce vehicle that attracted customers for its impressive power in an affordable and compact package. But as time went on with the first generation of Mustang, that winning combination slacked of in favor of a larger and more luxurious vehicle. When the second-generation Ford Mustang hit the stage, it returned to the dimensions and efficiency of the original Mustang muscle car that captured the heart of enthusiasts everywhere. Read the rest of this entry >>

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Elite Mustang Parts and Modifications

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For most folks, the Mustang pony car offers enough horsepower, torque, and style straight out of the box, but for some what anyone can get is just not good enough. That’s where the Petty’s Garage limited edition Mustang GTs come in. With elite Mustang parts and accessories, Petty’s garage will modify a limited number of 2016 Ford Mustang GTs to increase horsepower, performance and all-around cool. Read the rest of this entry >>

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Ford SUVs at SEMA 2015

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Held annually in Las Vegas, the SEMA Show is the top trade event in the world to showcase specialty automotive products from elite accessory options to fully restyled versions of your favorite vehicles. This November, several high-quality Ford Edge SUVs will grace the display at SEMA and show the sort of customizable option that are possible when top companies put their mind and the heart into it. We think they’re pretty darned cool. Read the rest of this entry >>

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Ford MyKey Features for Safer Driving

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When it comes to driving safely, it’s always good to have a little help on the road. With the Ford MyKey, parents are able to set limits on one of the keys for the family vehicle which help their students pick up good driving habits, which is especially good to be reminded of during  National Teen Driver Safety Week. With the Ford MyKey system, restrictions can be placed on distractions and good habits can be encouraged. This system has also been used in commercial driving fleets as well to encourage safety. But what are the Ford MyKey features? Read the rest of this entry >>

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Check out the Driver Assist technology on Ford vehicles

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What are you afraid of? Some may put spiders, heights, ghosts, or killer clowns on that list, but most drivers know that there is more to be afraid of on the road than something from a scary Halloween movie. Like other drivers. Fortunately, driver assist technology on Ford vehicles is here to watch your back (and your blind spots, and your front too). Read the rest of this entry >>

Front Quarter View of the 2015 Ford Transit

Need a new commercial vehicle? Check out the Ford Transit or Ford Super Duty

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Ford Commercial Trucks and Vans near Atlanta GA

Owning a small business is a huge amount of work, and finding the right vehicle for the job is extremely important. Especially if the same vehicle that is used for local deliveries also occasionally takes on the job of getting the kids to hockey practice. Fortunately here at Akins Ford, we have a wide inventory of commercial vehicles like the Ford Transit Cargo Van, the Ford Transit Connect, or the Ford Super Duty F-250 that can make any job easier, and can also step in as a family hauler in some configurations. Read the rest of this entry >>